Within the miraculous environment of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, everyone began carefully searching for Immortal Herbs suitable for themselves. The valley was rich in spiritual energy, with exotic flowers and rare herbs growing everywhere—many of them rare treasures seldom seen in the outside world.
Yang Wudi, as the medicinal expert, took the lead in guiding everyone: "Be careful in your choices. Though Immortal Herbs are beneficial, they must match your own Martial Soul; otherwise, they may do more harm than good."
Marco already had a plan in mind: "The Autumn Water Piercing Gaze Dew can enhance spiritual power, greatly benefiting my control over the Azure Flame. I'll take it first, then the Nirvana Marrow Cleansing Flower."
He walked up to a crystal-clear plant and carefully collected it: "Uncle Yang, is this the Autumn Water Piercing Gaze Dew?"
Yang Wudi nodded: "Exactly. The Autumn Water Piercing Gaze Dew can enhance spiritual power, brighten the eyes, and clear the mind—it's very helpful for controlling fire-type Martial Souls."
Marco carefully consumed the Autumn Water Piercing Gaze Dew and immediately felt his vision brighten. His spiritual power began to grow steadily, and his perception of the surrounding environment gradually became clearer.
Next, he approached the golden-red Nirvana Marrow Cleansing Flower. Its petals resembled burning flames, and the bead at its center emitted a faint glow.
"This is the Nirvana Marrow Cleansing Flower," Marco thought excitedly. "Cleansing the bones and refining the marrow, like a phoenix reborn from ashes... This is exactly what I need!"
He carefully consumed the Nirvana Marrow Cleansing Flower and instantly felt a scorching energy circulating within his body. It was as if every cell was undergoing transformation, akin to a phoenix's rebirth.
Meanwhile, the others were also searching for suitable Immortal Herbs.
Ye Lingling's gaze was drawn to a peculiar plant. It bore nine star-shaped flowers, each emitting a soft glow.
"This is..." Yang Wudi's eyes flashed with surprise. "The Nine Star Begonia! A legendary Immortal Herb said to enhance the quality of support-type Martial Souls!"
Ye Qingwan said softly, "Lingling, this Immortal Herb suits you. If the Nine Heart Begonia Spirit receives assistance from the Nine Star Begonia, it might replenish its origin and resolve the limitation of single-line inheritance."
Ye Lingling hesitated, "Mother, this is too precious..."
Ye Qingwan shook her head, "You are our future hope. This Immortal Herb should be consumed by you. If it truly can resolve the Nine Heart Begonia's limitation, it would be of great significance to our family."
Encouraged by everyone, Ye Lingling carefully consumed the Nine Star Begonia. Immediately, a soft glow emanated from her body, and her Nine Heart Begonia Spirit automatically manifested, its quality slowly improving.
Next, Ye Qingwan chose a Narcissus Jade Bone. The Immortal Herb was jade-like throughout, emitting a cool aura.
"The Narcissus Jade Bone can improve physique, beautify, and maintain youth—it suits Qingwan perfectly," Yang Wudi explained.
After consuming the Narcissus Jade Bone, Ye Qingwan felt a cool energy flowing within her body, and her skin began to become more translucent.
Li Zhaoyan's choice surprised everyone. He found a branch shaped like a phoenix tail feather, radiating a scorching aura with faint fluctuations of both fire and wood attributes.
"Phoenix Parasol Branch?" Yang Wudi exclaimed in astonishment. "A legendary branch from the divine tree where phoenixes perch, containing true phoenix fire with dual fire and wood attributes. It not only enhances physical strength but also improves Martial Soul quality."
Li Zhaoyan thought to himself, "The dual fire and wood attributes of the Phoenix Parasol Branch suit me well. Although I'm not a fire-attribute Soul Master, it can strengthen my physique and enhance my Martial Soul quality."
But he did not consume it immediately. Instead, he said to Dugu Bo, "Senior, let us first protect the children during their cultivation."
Dugu Bo nodded, "Good. We shall consume ours after they finish refining."
Yang Wudi had chosen a Black Jade Divine Bamboo for himself. The bamboo was pitch black as ink, yet emitted a crystalline luster.
"The Black Jade Divine Bamboo can enhance the foundation of one's Martial Soul, consolidate one's self, and improve the quality of the Martial Soul," Yang Wudi explained.
After consuming the Black Jade Divine Bamboo, he felt his Martial Soul foundation beginning to stabilize, and the quality of his Soul Breaking Spear Spirit was gradually improving.
Finally, it was the turn of Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan. Marco had long prepared Immortal Herbs for them.
Marco walked up to a peculiar plant that bore golden gourds with dragon-like patterns on their surfaces.
"Earth Dragon Golden Gourd," Marco explained. "It contains the power of an earth dragon's upheaval. The Jade Phosphor Serpent inherently possesses the potential to evolve into a dragon. The Earth Dragon Golden Gourd can stimulate this potential and is expected to resolve the issue of Spirit Soul Backlash."
A flicker of surprise crossed Dugu Bo's eyes. "Earth Dragon Golden Gourd? I have never heard of such an Immortal Herb."
Marco thought to himself, "This is an Immortal Herb from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well. Whether it exists elsewhere is another matter."
Outwardly calm, he said, "The Earth Dragon Golden Gourd can promote the evolution of the Martial Soul. Although the possibility of Martial Soul evolution is slim for you, Senior, according to my prediction, it should be able to resolve the backlash from the Martial Soul's toxins."
"And for Yanzi," Marco continued, "her Soul Power is still low. With the help of the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd, there is a high possibility of her evolving into a dragon species."
Anticipation shone in Dugu Yan's eyes. "Really?"
Dugu Bo pondered for a moment before nodding. "Very well, we shall follow your suggestion."
But he did not consume it immediately. Instead, he said to Li Zhaoyan, "Brother Li, let us first protect the children during their cultivation."
Li Zhaoyan nodded. "That is exactly what we should do."
Thus, Li Zhaoyan and Dugu Bo, as the two with the highest cultivation, took on the responsibility of protecting the others and temporarily refrained from consuming their Immortal Herbs.
"Everyone, begin your refinement," Li Zhaoyan said solemnly. "Senior Dugu Bo and I will protect you."
Dugu Bo nodded. "Rest assured, with us here, no one will disturb you."
Everyone found their own spots to sit and began refining the energy of the Immortal Herbs.
Marco felt excited inwardly. "The Nirvana Marrow Cleansing Flower is truly miraculous! Every cell is undergoing transformation, and the Azure Flame Phoenix Spirit is also undergoing wondrous changes."
He felt impurities being continuously expelled from his body, his bones and tendons becoming more resilient, and his Soul Power growing more refined. The Azure Flame Phoenix Spirit manifested automatically, with the azure flames faintly tinged with golden-red light.
A soft glow emanated from Ye Lingling as the quality of her Nine Heart Begonia Spirit improved, and her supportive abilities gradually strengthened. She felt her control over Soul Power becoming more precise, and her healing abilities were also enhancing. More importantly, she sensed the foundation of the Nine Heart Begonia being replenished, perhaps truly resolving the limitation of single-line inheritance.
After consuming the Narcissus Jade Bone, Ye Qingwan felt a cool energy circulating within her body. Her skin became more translucent, and her demeanor grew even more elegant. She felt her physique improving and the flow of her Soul Power becoming smoother.
After consuming the Black Jade Divine Bamboo, Yang Wudi felt his Martial Soul foundation stabilizing, the quality of his Soul Breaking Spear Spirit improving, his spiritual power gradually strengthening, and his perception of medicinal herbs becoming more acute.
After consuming the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd, Dugu Yan felt her Soul Power surging within her body, and her Jade Phosphor Serpent Spirit Soul subtly transforming. She sensed her Martial Soul evolving toward a dragon species, greatly increasing its potential. The earth-shaking power of the Earth Dragon circulated through her, strengthening her bones and muscles.
The refinement process continued. Throughout this time, Li Zhaoyan and Dugu Bo remained vigilant, guarding everyone.
Li Zhaoyan thought with relief, "Marco has truly grown. To recognize the effects of the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd on Dugu Bo and his granddaughter—such insight is remarkable."
Dugu Bo sighed inwardly, "Young friend Marco is indeed extraordinary. The Earth Dragon Golden Gourd truly suppresses my toxins. If only I had known earlier..."
He shook his head and stopped dwelling on it.
Time passed slowly as everyone focused on refining the energy of the Immortal Herbs. The spiritual energy of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well continuously flowed into their bodies, accelerating the refinement process.
Marco's Azure Flame Phoenix Spirit underwent marvelous changes under the influence of the Nirvana Marrow Cleansing Flower, with golden-red light becoming increasingly prominent within the Azure Flame.
Ye Lingling's Nine Heart Begonia continued to improve in quality, its gentle glow growing brighter.
Ye Qingwan's physique continuously improved, her skin becoming more translucent.
Yang Wudi's Martial Soul foundation grew more stable, and the quality of his Soul Breaking Lance steadily enhanced.
The signs of evolution in Dugu Yan's Jade Phosphor Serpent Spirit Soul became increasingly evident, while the power of the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd continuously strengthened her body.
Li Zhaoyan and Dugu Bo quietly guarded everyone, ensuring the refinement process proceeded smoothly.
As the sun set in the west, the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well appeared even more beautiful under the evening glow. Everyone in the valley remained focused on their refinement, their strength steadily rising.